College of the Ozarks, in conjunction with the American Red Cross, will offer the “Learn to Swim” program April 8-18 at the Howell W. Keeter Athletic Complex Natatorium.

Lessons are offered to children ages six months through 15 years. The “Parent and Child Aquatics” program, available to students six months to four years old, will run 5–5:25 p.m. nightly. The “Learn to Swim” program, available for students ages 5-15, will be offered in two different sessions. The first session will run 5:30-6:10 p.m., and the second is offered 6:15– 6:55 p.m. Participants will be divided into groups based on abilities, and each group will have its own instructor.

There are eight lessons in the program. The registration fee per student is $60, and is required at the time of registration on April 8 at the College of the Ozarks pool. Participants may register beginning Monday, March 25, by calling Associate Professor of Physical Education Bill Keeter at (417) 690-2567 or the C of O Athletic Department at (417) 690-2393.